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Soft Jaw Pliers - Soft Jaw Pliers, 1'''' Opening

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Soft Jaws

Help prevent marring during gunsmith

Suitable Inspections,

Cleaning, polishing, and parts installation

Soft Jaws

A small Phillips head screw

Jaws Are

Easily replaceable if damaged

Includes 2

Replacement jaws

$32.99
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SKU: 100015336

Overview

Designed for careful gunsmithing tasks, these pliers help reduce the risk of marring when working on firearms and related components. They are suited to inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation where a more controlled grip is needed. The soft jaws are secured with a small Phillips head screw and can be replaced if damaged, adding practical serviceability to the tool. Best Way Tools includes 2 replacement jaws with model 95680.

Why Hunters Choose the Best Way Tools

Soft Jaws

Help prevent marring during gunsmith

Useful Inspections,

Cleaning, polishing, and parts installation

Soft Jaws

A small Phillips head screw

Replaceable Jaws

Support continued use if damaged

Includes 2

Replacement jaws with model 95680

Key Features

  • Soft jaws help prevent marring during gunsmith work.
  • Suitable for inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation.
  • Soft jaws are secured with a small Phillips head screw.
  • Jaws are easily replaceable if damaged.
  • Includes 2 replacement jaws.
  • 1-inch opening for workshop use.

Best Used For

  • Gunsmiths needing to avoid marring during inspections and parts installation
  • Users cleaning or polishing firearms where protected contact matters
  • Bench work on firearm components requiring a 1-inch opening
  • Anyone wanting replaceable soft jaws for repeated shop use

Specifications

Includes Replacement Jaws2
Jaw RetentionSmall phillips head screw
Opening Size1''''
Prevents MarringYes
Replaceable JawsYes
Soft JawsYes
Use CasesInspections, cleaning, polishing, parts installation

Pros

  • Soft jaws help prevent marring during gunsmith work.
  • Useful for inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation.
  • Soft jaws are secured with a small Phillips head screw.
  • Replaceable jaws support continued use if damaged.
  • Includes 2 replacement jaws with model 95680.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • The 1" opening limits use to smaller parts and components, so it may not suit larger gunsmithing tasks.
  • Soft jaws are replaceable, but they are held in place by a small Phillips head screw, adding a small maintenance step if the jaws need service.
  • This tool is aimed at inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation, so it is more specialized than general-purpose pliers.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Gunsmithing pliers
  • Non-marring hand tools
  • Cleaning and maintenance tools
  • Parts installation tools

Suggested Accessories

  • Replacement jaws
  • Gunsmithing mat
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Parts installation tools

Frequently Asked Questions

What are these soft jaw pliers intended for?

They are intended for gunsmith work where helping prevent marring is important, including inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation.

How are the soft jaws secured on the pliers?

The soft jaws are held in place by a small Phillips head screw.

Can the soft jaws be replaced if they wear or get damaged?

Yes. The product description says the soft jaws are easily replaceable if they become damaged.

Does this product include replacement jaws?

Yes. The listed specification says model 95680 includes 2 replacement jaws.

What size opening do these pliers have?

The product title lists a 1" opening.